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Garden Tour: Day in the Life of a National Trust Gardener

Ever wondered what it’s like to be a National Trust gardener? Join this bespoke tour of our garden to find out!

  • Booking essential

This exclusive opening invites you to explore our late summer garden with our Senior Gardener, Matt.

During this unique tour, you’ll gain behind-the-scenes access to Matt’s upcoming projects, hear about his current tasks, and discover the daily routines that keep our garden thriving. Matt will share insider stories, offer top tips on sustainable gardening, and discuss how to increase biodiversity and build resilient habitats.

The tour will last one hour, with the chance to ask questions at the end. A complimentary soft drink will be served upon arrival.

2.00pm-2.30pm: arrival, with welcome drink 2.30pm-3.30pm: garden tour 3.30pm-4.00pm: ask the gardener Q&A session and private garden access.

24 September, £15 per person

Times

Prices

Event ticket prices

Ticket typeTicket category
All £15.00

The basics

Booking details

Call 0344 249 1895

Suitability

Not suitable for children.

Meeting point

Meet at the Visitor Kiosk.

What to bring and wear

The tour is outside, so please wear suitable clothing.

Accessibility

Some uneven terrain and inclines in the garden. Accessible toilet is available.

Other

Sorry, no dogs. One complimentary drink will be served on arrival. Garden access for tour only.

Contact info

Shaw's Corner

Upcoming events

Event

House Tour: Masterpieces at Shaw's Corner 

Get up close and personal to Bernard and Charlotte's fabulous art collection.

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on
19 Jun 2025
at
17:30 to 19:30
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Garden Tour: William Morris 

See the inspiration for William Morris’ designs with a bespoke tour of our flourishing summer garden.

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on
23 Jun 2025
at
14:00 to 16:00
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Garden Trail: Shaw's Scrumptious Veg 

Bernard Shaw loved his vegetable patch, especially when it was made into rhubarb pie! This summer, help our housekeeper and gardener look after our imaginary patch on this interactive garden trail.

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on
10 Jul to 31 Aug 2025
at
10:00 to 17:00
+ 31 other dates or times
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Outdoor Theatre: Arms and the Man 

With his home at the backdrop, Rumpus are proud to present an exciting new production of the Bernard Shaw play, Arms and the Man, for the playwright’s Birthday weekend!

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on
25 Jul to 26 Jul 2025
at
18:00 to 21:00
+ 1 other date or time
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